12. Nothing that comes from bribery or injustice will last, but the effects of loyalty will remain for ever.
13. Wealth that has been obtained dishonestly is like a stream that runs full during a thunderstorm,
14. tumbling rocks along as it flows, but then suddenly goes dry.
15. The children of ungodly people will not leave large families; they are like plants trying to take root on rock,
16. like reeds along a river bank, withering before any other plant.
17. Acts of kindness and charity are as lasting as eternity.
18. Having independent means or working for a living — both can make life pleasant, but it is better to find a treasure.
19. Your name can be preserved if you have children or if you establish a city, but finding Wisdom is a better way.Owning livestock and orchards will make you famous, but it is better to have a wife you love.
20. Wine and music can make you happy, but a happy marriage is even better.
21. Flutes and harps make fine music, but a pleasant voice is better than either.
22. Gracefulness and beauty please the eye, but not as much as new growth in the spring.
23. You can't go wrong with a good friend or neighbour, but an intelligent wife is better than either.
24. Relatives and helpers are good to have in times of trouble, but it will be an even greater help if you have made a practice of giving to the poor.
25. Gold and silver provide security, but good advice is better.
26. Wealth and strength give confidence, but the fear of the Lord can give you even greater confidence. When you fear the Lord you need nothing more; it is all the support you need.